History
Women of AMU: 11 Alumnae and Pioneers Who Made History
Eleven women who shaped AMU, from Ala Bi and the first Chancellor Sultan Jahan to Ismat Chughtai, Mohsina Kidwai and Prof. Naima Khatoon.
Tuesday, 27 October 2026AMU · Alumni · Aligarh
The Aligarian: AMU News, Alumni Stories and Aligarh City
AMU and Aligarh
View all Latest News
Sir Syed to today
View all History
History
List of AMU Vice-Chancellors and Chancellors (1920 to 2026)
All 24 regular Vice-Chancellors and 12 Chancellors of AMU since 1920, with tenures and notable facts, from the Raja of Mahmudabad to Prof. Naima Khatoon.
People, places and food
View all Listicles
Latest list
Women of AMU: 11 Alumnae and Pioneers Who Made History
Eleven women who shaped AMU, from Ala Bi and the first Chancellor Sultan Jahan to Ismat Chughtai, Mohsina Kidwai and Prof. Naima Khatoon.
AMU Updates
View all From the Archive
For Aligs everywhere
Share your AMU or alumni story
Send us campus news, alumni achievements, old photographs or a correction. Our editors check every submission before it is published.
Contact the editorsPartner with us
Advertise on The Aligarian
Reach AMU students, applicants, alumni and Aligarh readers with clearly labelled sponsored content.
AdvertiseAbout The Aligarian
Frequently asked questions
What is The Aligarian?
The Aligarian is an online magazine about Aligarh Muslim University, its alumni and Aligarh city. It publishes news, list stories, history, culture and practical guides for students.
What does The Aligarian cover?
Campus news and AMU updates, admissions and student guides, the history of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and the Aligarh Movement, alumni stories, and news and places from Aligarh city in Uttar Pradesh.
How can I share an AMU or alumni story?
Students, alumni and readers can send story ideas, corrections and alumni news through the contact page. Every submission is checked by the editors before it is published.
How often is The Aligarian updated?
New stories are added every week, and important guides such as admissions and scholarships are reviewed and updated when official information changes.